Drosophila anti-fungal agent or mold inhibitor used in conjunction with Drosophila Insect Diet (Caltech). Used as a fly food preservative. Odorless, tasteless and non-toxic (sanctioned for food use), Tegosept is active at low concentrations against a broad spectrum of microorganisms
Melting Point:
125-128 degrees C
Loss on Drying:
(same/less than) 0.5
Residue on Ignition:
(same/less than) 0.5%
Sulfated Ash:
(same/less than) 0.5%
Lead:
(same/less than) 0.0002%
Drosophila Diet Medium:
1. Dissolve 226.53 grams Drosophila Diet Medium (Powder) D9600-07 per liter of distilled/ deionized water, heating to boiling with stirring until completely solubilized.
2. Allow to cool to 80 degrees C.
3. Add in while stirring antifungal agents: Tegosept (0.07-2%/L) or Propionic Acid Mix (11.7ml/L).
Note: both can be added for additional fungal protection or to eliminate sporadic mold problems.
4. Dispense into appropriate containers, store at 2-8C in the dark.
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